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This morning (July 15th), a team of speakers from the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT) provided education on Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) prevention and effective contraception methods to prevent unplanned pregnancies. The topics included practical training on the correct use of condoms and utilizing the “Kuan Teen” online program for screening risky behaviors and vulnerabilities. The knowledge session was delivered to students at Keha Thung Song Hong Wittaya 2 School. Miss Thanyanat Ketmee, Principal of Keha Thung Song…

Yesterday afternoon (July 7th), Dr. Nanthakan Sungsuman Woodham, Executive Director of PPAT, was interviewed on the television program “Find the Exit” broadcast on the Parliamentary Television Channel 10. The interview focused on the topic of “Teenage Pregnancy” to collaboratively seek solutions to this issue. The program airs every Saturday at 6:00 PM. Thanks to the program producer, Two Plus One Asia Co., Ltd….

On July 2nd, Dr. Nanthakan Sungsuman Woodham, Executive Director of the Association, participated in a panel discussion titled “The Future of Thailand: Promoting Rights and Choices in Reproductive Health in a Changing World.” The discussion was held to celebrate World Population Day 2025 under the concept “For the Rights and Choices of Every Person: Building a Sustainable Future Together.” The event was organized by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human…

This morning (June 26th), the project working team of the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT) in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, together with the Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), jointly deployed a mobile unit to distribute essential items for mothers and children under 5 years old. These beneficiaries are individuals displaced by the fighting on the Thai-Myanmar border, residing in the Baan Jedi Kho community and the Baan Mae Kon Ken area of Maha Wan Subdistrict, Mae Sot…

Yesterday (June 25th), the working team of the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT) project set up a booth to provide education on reproductive health, STIs prevention, and effective contraception methods to students. The aim was to help the students assess risky behaviors that could lead to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), learn methods of self-protection, and receive free condoms. Concurrently, the team deployed a mobile unit to offer free, voluntary screening for HIV/STIs. The booth and screening services received…

This morning (June 24th), the working team of the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT) project deployed a mobile unit to provide free, voluntary HIV/STI screening services. The unit also provided education on reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and effective contraception methods to youth at the educational institution. The goal was to help them assess risky behaviors that could lead to STIs, learn methods of self-protection, and receive free condoms. The services were provided to students at…

This morning (June 20th), a team of speakers from the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT) organized a workshop on reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) prevention, and effective contraception methods for students at Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn School, Pathum Thani Province. In addition, PPAT also deployed a mobile unit to offer free, voluntary screening for HIV infection and Syphilis to the youth at the educational institution….

Yesterday evening (June 19th), Asst. Prof. Dr. Somjaree Preeyanont, Secretary-General of the Association, presided over the 1st/2025 meeting of the 18th Board of Directors. The purpose was to continue the operations from the 17th Board and drive future work. The meeting was attended by: Assoc. Prof. naval Lt. Manopchai Thamkhantho (President of PPAT), Mr. Anukul Peedkaew (Vice President), Mrs. Penpan Chittasenee (Treasurer of the Association), Mrs. Duangkamol Ponchamin (Registrar of the Association), Mrs. Rungrasami Sriwongphan (Board Member), Dr. Kittipong…

This morning, Assoc. Prof., Naval Lt. Manopchai Thamkhantho, President of the Association, along with Khun Panatphong Noradee, Knowledge Dissemination and Public Relations Manager, and their team, extended a warm welcome to executives from Bayer Thai Co., Ltd. The meeting was held to discuss and exchange ideas for future collaboration on population development work. The executives from Bayer Thai who visited were led by Mr. Thai Peng Mak, General Manager of the Consumer Health Group, accompanied by Mr. Pornpol Pongparit,…

On September 29, the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT), Pattani Provincial Office, continued its work to advance gender equality and human rights by organizing a key activity to develop capacity in reproductive health and raise awareness about rights. The event was held at the Pikulthong Meeting Room of the Imperial Hotel in Narathiwat Province (2nd session), under the project “Empowering Women and Young Women to Advance Gender Equality in the Southern Region.” This project is supported by the…

On September 26, 2025, the Planned Parenthood Association of Thailand (PPAT), Pattani Provincial Office, participated in the annual major event “Pattani Provincial National Youth Day Festival 2025” at the meeting hall of Nikhom Sang Ton Eng Khok Pho Mittraphap 148 School in Khok Pho District. This activity was organized in collaboration with the Pattani Provincial Youth Council and the Pattani Provincial Children and Family Home to collectively create a learning space, share inspiration, and promote the potential of youth…